Bhubaneswar: Three artists from Odisha will be honored with the prestigious Ustad Bismillah Khan Yuva Puraskar at a special ceremony on Friday. Arupa Gayatri Panda, an acclaimed Odissi dancer, will receive the award for 2022 in the dance category. Based in Bhubaneswar, Panda began her Odissi journey at a young age and was awarded the…
Bhubaneswar:To enhance fish production and export, the Odisha government announced plans to establish an Animal and Fishery Science University. This move aims to strengthen the state’s position as a leading player in the fishery sector and to meet growing demand both domestically and internationally. The announcement was made by Minister of Fisheries and Animal Resources…
Bhubaneswar: A high-powered delegation from Odisha, led by Hon’ble Chief Minister Shri Mohan Charan Majhi, concluded a successful four-day visit to Singapore, marking a significant step forward in the state’s mission to attract global investments and forge key international partnerships. The visit, which was supported by Enterprise Singapore (ESG), the High Commission of India (HCI)…
Bhubaneswar: On the occasion of the 125th birth anniversary of Dr. Harekrushna Mahtab, the ‘Utkal Keshari’, President Droupadi Murmu today released a special commemorative postage stamp to honor the legacy of the renowned freedom fighter, politician, writer, and social reformer. The event was held at Vigyan Bhawan in New Delhi and was attended by several…
Bhubaneswar: In a significant move, the Union Government has announced the formation of a high-level committee to commemorate the 125th birth anniversary of Utkal Keshari Harekrushna Mahatab, Odisha’s former Chief Minister and a prominent figure in India’s freedom struggle. This marks the first time the anniversary will be celebrated at the national level under the BJP-led…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha’s GI-tagged organic date palm jaggery, known locally as ‘Odisha Khajuri Guda’, has emerged as a major draw at the ongoing India International Trade Fair (IITF) 2024 in New Delhi. The natural sweetener, celebrated for its unique taste and health benefits, has become a bestseller at the Odisha Mandap in Hall No. 2 of Bharat…
Bhubaneswar: In a decisive step to improve healthcare accessibility in the state, Public Enterprises Minister Dr. Krushna Chandra Mohapatra has instructed government officials to ensure that the ‘Niramaya’ centres in all government hospitals remain open round the clock. This move aims to provide continuous medical assistance to patients, ensuring that no one is deprived of…
Bhubaneswar: A crucial meeting of the High-Level Task Force, aimed at tackling the issue of distressed migration labourers in Odisha, was convened today at the Lok Seva Bhavan conference hall. The meeting, chaired by Deputy Chief Minister Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo, who also serves as the Minister of Agriculture, Farmers Empowerment, and Energy, discussed strategies…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha’s forests, vital for life on Earth, stand as a testament to the state’s natural wealth, emphasized Forest, Environment, and Climate Change Minister Ganesh Ram Singkhuntia. Speaking at the State-level Divisional Forest Officers’ Conference at Aranya Bhavan today, the Minister highlighted the indispensable role of forest officers in safeguarding and expanding forest cover while…
Bhubaneswar: The Council of Higher Secondary Education (CHSE), Odisha, has released the examination schedule for +2 students across Arts, Science, Commerce, and Vocational streams. According to the announcement, the theory examinations are set to begin on February 18, 2025, and will continue until March 27, 2025. The exams will commence daily at 10 AM and…
